Convocation is the assembly of the graduating class, their families and friends. It is a time to be together as a class before the festivities of graduation. Convocation will be held on the Wednesday prior to commencement at Oak Ridge High School at seven o’clock. Parents and other guests should be seated by this time. In order that the graduating class may be seen by all, the audience will remain seated during the processional and the recessional.
Attire
Seniors who choose to participate in the Convocation exercises must wear the traditional cap and gown. Only school-issued cords and stoles are permitted. The gown is to be worn over the appropriate apparel such as dresses, dress pants (long pants, not shorts), and button-up dress shirt, tie is optional. Dress shoes are also required. If you do not have the appropriate attire for graduation, please see Ms. Thompson prior to seniors last day for assistance. If a student is not dressed in appropriate attire, he or she will not participate in the Convocation exercises. In addition, students will not be allowed to participate in Convocation if they have decorated their mortar boards.